How we are shaping the future of property investment with integrity and vision.
Our cause is to affect the landscape of property investment and development. At Affect Property, we specialise in strategic property investments and innovative developments. Our approach integrates sustainable practices with effective expert market insights, ensuring each project enhances local communities and generates robust returns for our investors. We create lasting value and quality living environments by meticulously selecting, transforming & developing properties.
Our commitment to innovation drives us to implement forward-thinking solutions, whether revitalising urban areas or developing new residential landscapes.
We strive to exceed expectations, delivering excellence in every aspect of property development for investors, tenants and customers. We are dedicated to inspiring positive influence in property with integrity, vision, and commitment to sustainable growth.
leadership team
Meet the Visionaries Behind Our Success
Our dedicated team combines industry expertise, innovation, and a commitment to excellence, ensuring exceptional outcomes for our investors, communities, and every project we undertake.
Anthony Benfield
Director & Co-Founder
Anthony Benfield is a seasoned property developer, project manager, and marketer passionate about transforming spaces. From a young age, his interest in property was sparked by visits to his father’s development sites. This early exposure led him to specialise in high-value, bespoke timber frame, and SIP construction developments, managing complex projects that include both contemporary and traditional million-pound homes.
In his mid-thirties, Anthony co-founded a specialist property marketing agency, focusing on strategy, content, and lead generation for developers and estate agencies. His work has helped market and sell over a hundred million pounds worth of property, solidifying his reputation and influence in the industry.
Anthony’s diverse expertise, including certifications in digital marketing, project management, and carpentry & joinery, gives him a comprehensive understanding of the property sector. He continues to drive impactful transformations in his role at Affect Property, aligning his extensive experience and passion with the company’s mission to create exceptional living spaces.
Mark Mayes
Director & Co-Founder
Mark Mayes, co-founder of Affect Property, brings nearly 17 years of construction industry experience, marked by a deep dedication to transforming spaces. His career began in Australia, working on high-profile projects like the Four Seasons Hotel in Sydney and the Hyatt Regency. He then played a key role in Christchurch’s earthquake rebuild before contributing to major infrastructure projects in the UK and Europe, including London’s Crossrail and Belgium’s power network.
Specialising in heavy foundation works, Mark has been involved in prestigious developments such as One Nine Elms, Battersea Power Station, and the conversion of the Old War Office into a six-star hotel.
Recently, he contributed to the HS2 project, Europe’s largest infrastructure endeavour, and is now focusing on sustainable solutions in the UK property market.
At Affect Property, Mark’s extensive expertise and commitment to excellence drive the company’s mission to create exceptional homes and safe investment opportunities, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget.
Anthony C. Benfield
Project Manager & Consultant
Anthony C Benfield brings over 40 years of expertise in bespoke timber frame construction, earning accolades such as Builder of the Year which was awarded to him by Princess Diana, Potton House of the Year, and Best Infill Development Award. His work has been featured on the BBC’s “To Build or Not to Build” and in prominent publications like “Built It” magazine, showcasing his reputation as a master craftsman.
With a portfolio of over 165 bespoke projects and a GDV exceeding £100 million, Anthony’s work is a testament to his eye for design and meticulous attention to detail. His projects are scattered throughout East Anglia and beyond, reflecting his dedication to quality and client satisfaction.
At Affect Property, Anthony’s decades of experience and passion for construction are key to our mission of creating high-quality homes. His commitment to excellence ensures that every project is a reflection of craftsmanship, vision, and enduring success.